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Contents
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Safety rules ................................................................................................................................................ 5
Explanation of safety notices ................................................................................................................ 5
General ................................................................................................................................................. 5
Environmental conditions...................................................................................................................... 6
Qualified service engineers................................................................................................................... 6
Noise emission values .......................................................................................................................... 6
EMC measures ..................................................................................................................................... 6
Data protection...................................................................................................................................... 6
Copyright............................................................................................................................................... 6
General ...................................................................................................................................................... 8
Device concept ..................................................................................................................................... 8
Proper use/intended purpose................................................................................................................ 9
Warning notices on the device.............................................................................................................. 9
Controlling the inverter via Demand Response Modes (DRM) ............................................................. 10
Notes regarding dummy devices .......................................................................................................... 10
String fuses ........................................................................................................................................... 11
Criteria for selecting the right string fuses............................................................................................. 12
Data communication and Fronius Solar Net .............................................................................................. 13
Fronius Solar Net and data interface .................................................................................................... 13
Data communication area ..................................................................................................................... 13
Description of the "Fronius Solar Net" LED .......................................................................................... 14
Example ................................................................................................................................................ 15
Explanation of the multifunction current interface ................................................................................. 16
Fronius Datamanager 2.0 .......................................................................................................................... 17
Controls, connections and displays on the Fronius Datamanager 2.0.................................................. 17
Fronius Datamanager during the night or when the available DC voltage is insufficient ...................... 19
Using for the first time ........................................................................................................................... 20
Further information on Fronius Datamanager 2.0................................................................................. 22
Controls and indicators .............................................................................................................................. 23
Controls and displays............................................................................................................................ 23
Display .................................................................................................................................................. 24
Navigation at the menu level...................................................................................................................... 25
Activating display backlighting .............................................................................................................. 25
Automatic deactivation of display backlighting / changing to the "NOW" menu item............................ 25
Opening the menu level ........................................................................................................................ 25
Values displayed under the NOW menu item ....................................................................................... 26
Values displayed under the LOG menu item ........................................................................................ 26
SETUP menu item ..................................................................................................................................... 28
Initial setting .......................................................................................................................................... 28
Software updates .................................................................................................................................. 28
Navigating the SETUP menu item ........................................................................................................ 28
Setting menu entries, general ............................................................................................................... 29
Application example: Setting the time................................................................................................... 29
Menu items in the Set-up menu ................................................................................................................. 31
Standby................................................................................................................................................. 31
DATCOM .............................................................................................................................................. 31
USB....................................................................................................................................................... 32
Relay (floating contact switch) .............................................................................................................. 33
Energy Manager(under Relay menu item)............................................................................................ 34
Time / Date .......................................................................................................................................... 35
Display settings..................................................................................................................................... 36
ENERGY YIELD ................................................................................................................................... 37
Fan........................................................................................................................................................ 37
The INFO menu item ................................................................................................................................. 38
Measured values................................................................................................................................... 38
PSS status ............................................................................................................................................ 38
Grid status............................................................................................................................................. 38
Device information ................................................................................................................................ 38
Version.................................................................................................................................................. 40
Switching the key lock on and off............................................................................................................... 41
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General ................................................................................................................................................. 41
Switching the key lock on and off.......................................................................................................... 41
USB Stick as a Data Logger and for Updating Inverter Software .............................................................. 42
USB flash drive as a datalogger ........................................................................................................... 42
Suitable USB flash drives ..................................................................................................................... 42
USB flash drive for updating the inverter software................................................................................ 43
Remove USB stick ................................................................................................................................ 43
The Basic menu ......................................................................................................................................... 44
Accessing the Basic menu.................................................................................................................... 44
Menu items in the Basic menu.............................................................................................................. 44
Settings if the "DC SPD" option is installed .......................................................................................... 45
Status diagnostics and troubleshooting ..................................................................................................... 46
Status code display............................................................................................................................... 46
Total failure of the display ..................................................................................................................... 46
Class 1 status codes............................................................................................................................. 46
Status codes – Class 4 ......................................................................................................................... 47
Class 10 - 12 status codes.................................................................................................................... 53
Customer service .................................................................................................................................. 54
Operation in dusty environments .......................................................................................................... 54
Technical data............................................................................................................................................ 55
Fronius Symo dummy ........................................................................................................................... 62
Explanation of footnotes ....................................................................................................................... 62
Applicable standards and guidelines .................................................................................................... 62
Warranty terms and conditions, and disposal ............................................................................................ 63
Fronius manufacturer's warranty .......................................................................................................... 63
Disposal ................................................................................................................................................ 63
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Safety rules
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Explanation of
safety notices DANGER!
Indicates immediate danger.
► If not avoided, death or serious injury will result.
WARNING!
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation.
► If not avoided, death or serious injury may result.
CAUTION!
Indicates a situation where damage or injury could occur.
► If not avoided, minor injury and/or damage to property may result.
NOTE!
Indicates a risk of flawed results and possible damage to the equipment.
General The device is manufactured using state-of-the-art technology and according to recognised
safety standards. If used incorrectly or misused, however, it can cause:
- injury or death to the operator or a third party
- damage to the device and other material assets belonging to the operator.
All persons involved in commissioning, maintaining and servicing the device must
- be suitably qualified,
- have knowledge of and experience in dealing with electrical installations and
- read and follow these Operating Instructions carefully.
The Operating Instructions must always be at hand wherever the device is being used. In
addition to the Operating Instructions, attention must also be paid to any generally appli-
cable and local regulations regarding accident prevention and environmental protection.
All safety and danger notices on the device:

- must be in a legible state,
- must not be damaged,
- must not be removed,
- must not be covered, pasted or painted over.
The terminals can reach high temperatures.
Only operate the device if all of its protection devices are fully functional. If the protection
devices are not fully functional, there is a risk of
- injury or death to the operator or a third party
- damage to the device and other material assets belonging to the operator
Any safety devices that are not functioning properly must be repaired by a suitably qualified
technician before the device is switched on.
Never bypass or disable protection devices.
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For the location of the safety and danger notices on the device, refer to the "General" sec-
tion in the Operating Instructions for the device.
Before switching on the device, remove any faults that could compromise safety.
This is for your personal safety!
Environmental Operation or storage of the device outside the stipulated area will be deemed as not in ac-
conditions cordance with the intended purpose. The manufacturer shall not be held liable for any dam-
age arising from such usage.
Qualified service The servicing information contained in these Operating Instructions is intended only for the
engineers use of qualified service engineers. An electric shock can be fatal. Do not perform any ac-
tions other than those described in the documentation. This applies even if you are quali-
fied to do so.
All cables and leads must be secured, undamaged, insulated and adequately dimen-
sioned. Loose connections, scorched, damaged or inadequately dimensioned cables and
leads must be immediately repaired by authorised personnel.
Maintenance and repair work must only be carried out by authorised personnel.
It is impossible to guarantee that bought-in parts are designed and manufactured to meet
the demands made of them, or that they satisfy safety requirements. Use only original
spare parts (also applies to standard parts).
Do not carry out any modifications, alterations, etc. to the device without the manufactur-
er's consent.
Components that are not in perfect condition must be replaced immediately.
Noise emission The maximum sound power level of the inverter is specified in the Technical Data.
values
The device is cooled as quietly as possible with the aid of an electronic temperature control
system; this depends on the amount of converted power, the ambient temperature, the lev-
el of soiling of the device, etc.
It is not possible to provide a workplace-related emission value for this device because the
actual sound pressure level is heavily influenced by the installation situation, the power
quality, the surrounding walls and the properties of the room in general.
EMC measures In certain cases, even though a device complies with the standard limit values for emis-
sions, it may affect the application area for which it was designed (e.g. when there is sen-
sitive equipment at the same location, or if the site where the device is installed is close to
either radio or television receivers). If this is the case, then the operator is obliged to take
appropriate action to rectify the situation.
Data protection The user is responsible for the safekeeping of any changes made to the factory settings.
The manufacturer accepts no liability for any deleted personal settings.
Copyright Copyright of these operating instructions remains with the manufacturer.
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The text and illustrations are all technically correct at the time of printing. We reserve the
right to make changes. The contents of the operating instructions shall not provide the ba-
sis for any claims whatsoever on the part of the purchaser. If you have any suggestions for
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improvement, or can point out any mistakes that you have found in the instructions, we will
be most grateful for your comments.
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General
Device concept Device design:

(1) (2) (3) (1) Housing lid
(2) Inverter
(3) Wall bracket
(4) Connection area incl. DC main
switch
(5) Data communication area
(6) Data communication cover
The inverter converts the direct current

created in the solar modules into alternating
current. This alternating current is fed into
the public grid synchronously with the grid
(6) (5) (4) voltage.
The inverter has been developed exclusively for use in grid-connected photovoltaic sys-
tems; it is impossible to generate energy independently of the public grid.
Thanks to its design and the way it works, the inverter is extremely safe both to install and
to operate.
The inverter automatically monitors the public grid. In the event of abnormal grid condi-
tions, the inverter ceases operating immediately and stops feeding power into the grid (e.g.
if the grid is switched off, if there is an interruption, etc.).
Grid monitoring involves monitoring voltage, frequency and the stand-alone situation.
The inverter operates fully automatically. As soon after sunrise as there is sufficient energy
available from the solar modules, the inverter starts monitoring the grid. When insolation
has reached a sufficient level, the inverter starts feeding energy into the grid.
The inverter operates in such a way that the maximum possible amount of power is ob-
tained from the solar modules.
As soon as the power available has fallen below the level at which energy can be fed into
the grid, the inverter disconnects the power electronics completely from the grid and stops
running. It retains all its settings and stored data.
If the inverter becomes too hot, it automatically reduces the current output power in order
to protect itself.
Reasons for the inverter becoming too hot include the ambient temperature being too high
or inadequate heat dissipation (e.g. if it is installed in a switch cabinet without suitable heat
dissipation).
The Fronius Eco does not have an internal boost converter. This results in certain restric-
tions in the choice of solar module and string. The minimum DC input voltage (UDC min)
depends on the grid voltage. On the other hand, a highly optimised device is then available
for the appropriate application.
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Proper use/in- The inverter is intended exclusively to convert direct current from solar modules into alter-
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tended purpose nating current and to feed this into the public grid.
Utilisation not in accordance with the intended purpose comprises:
- Any use above and beyond this purpose
- Making any modifications to the inverter that have not been expressly approved by
Fronius
- the installation of components that are not distributed or expressly approved by Froni-
us.
Fronius shall not be liable for any damage resulting from such action.
No warranty claims will be entertained.
Proper use also includes:

- Carefully reading and obeying all the instructions and all the safety and danger notices
in the Operating Instructions and Installation Instructions
- Performing all stipulated maintenance work
- Installation as specified in the Installation Instructions
When designing the photovoltaic system, ensure that all components are operated within
their permitted operating ranges at all times.
Observe all the measures recommended by the solar module manufacturer to ensure that
the solar module retains its properties in the long term.
Obey the regulations of the power supply company regarding connection methods and en-
ergy fed into the grid.
Warning notices There are warning notices and safety symbols on and in the inverter. These warning notic-
on the device es and safety symbols must not be removed or painted over. They warn against operating
the device incorrectly, as this may result in serious injury and damage.
Fronius Symo Fronius Symo

3.0-3-S / 3.7-3-S / 4.5-3-S 10.0-3-M / 12.5-3-M / 15.0-3-M
3.0-3-M / 3.7-3-M / 4.5-3-M 5
17.5-3-M / 20.0-3-M
5.0-3-M / 6.0-3-M / 7.0-3-M
8.2-3-M Fronius Eco
5 25.0-3-S / 27.0-3-S
Safety symbols:
Risk of serious injury and damage due to incorrect operation
Do not use the functions described here until you have fully read and understood
the following documents:
- these operating instructions
- all the operating instructions for the system components of the photovoltaic
system, especially the safety rules
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Dangerous electrical voltage
Wait for the capacitors to discharge.
To comply with the European Directive 2012/19/EU on Waste Electrical and Elec-
tronic Equipment and its implementation as national law, electrical equipment that
has reached the end of its life must be collected separately and returned to an
approved recycling facility. Any device that you no longer require must be re-
turned to your distributor, or you must locate the approved collection and recy-
cling facilities in your area. Ignoring this European Directive may have potentially
adverse effects on the environment and your health!
Text of the warning notices:
WARNING!
An electric shock can be fatal. Make sure that both the input side and output side of the
device are de-energised before opening the device. Wait for the capacitors to discharge (5
minutes).
Controlling the in-

IMPORTANT! To control the inverter via DRM, a Fronius DRM interface (item number
verter via De-
4,240,005) is required in the inverter.
mand Response
Installation is described in the installation instructions for the Fronius DRM interface. The
Modes (DRM)
installation instructions for the Fronius DRM interface are available at the following link on
the Fronius homepage:
http://www.fronius.com/QR-link/4204102292
Notes regarding A dummy device is not suitable for connecting operationally to a photovoltaic system, and
dummy devices must only ever be used for demonstration purposes.
IMPORTANT! Never connect DC cables to the DC connection sockets on a dummy de-

vice.
The connection of de-energised cables or sections of cable for demonstration purposes is

permissible.
A dummy device can be recognised by its device rating plate:
Example: Device rating plate of a dummy device
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String fuses
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WARNING!
An electric shock can be fatal.
Danger from voltage at the fuse holders. The fuse holders are live when voltage is present
on the DC connection of the inverter, even when the DC switch is switched off. Make sure
that the DC side is de-energised before carrying out any work on the inverter fuse holder.
String fuses are used in the Fronius Eco to provide additional protection for the solar mod-
ules.
The maximum short circuit current Isc, the maximum module return current IR or the maxi-
mum string fuse rating specified in the module data sheet of the respective solar module
is crucial in affording the solar modules the correct fuse protection.
The maximum short circuit current ISC per terminal is 15 A.
Where necessary, a tripping current higher than 15 A may be selected for the string fuses.
A tripping current of 20 A must not be exceeded.
If the inverter is operated with an external string combiner box, a DC Connector Kit must
be used (item number: 4,251,015). In this case the solar modules are protected externally
in the string combiner box, and the metal bolts need to be used in the inverter.
The national regulations regarding fuse protection must be observed. The electrical engi-
neer carrying out the installation is responsible for the correct choice of string fuses.
NOTE!
To avoid the risk of a fire, only replace faulty fuses with new ones of the same rating.
As an option, the inverter can be supplied with the following fuses:

- 6 x 15 A string fuses on the DC+ input and 6 x metal pins on the DC- input
- 12 x metal pins
Option DC SPD
DC+ 2.1 DC+ 2.3 DC- 1.2

DC- 1.3
DC- 2.1
DC- 2.2
DC- 2.3
DC+ 1.3 DC+ 2.2 DC- 1.1
DC+ 1.2
DC+ 1.1 Do not remove cover!
Each Terminal: Imax = 15 A
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Criteria for select- The following criteria must be met for each solar module string when selecting suitable fus-
ing the right es:
string fuses
- IN > 1.8 x ISC
- IN < 2.4 x ISC
- VN >/= maximum open circuit voltage of pv generator
- Fuse dimensions: diameter 10 x 38 mm
IN Nominal current of fuse

ISC Short circuit current for standard test conditions (STC) according to the solar mod-
ule data sheet
VN Rated voltage of fuse
NOTE!
The nominal current rating of the fuse must not exceed the maximum fuse protec-
tion specified in the data sheet supplied by the solar module manufacturer.
If a maximum fuse protection is not specified, then this information must be requested from
the solar module manufacturer.
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Data communication and Fronius Solar Net
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Fronius Solar Net
Fronius Solar Net was developed to make system add-ons flexible to use in a variety of
and data interface
different applications. Fronius Solar Net is a data network that enables multiple inverters
to be linked up using system add-ons.
It is a bus system that uses a ring topology. One suitable cable is sufficient for communi-
cation between one or several inverters that are connected on the Fronius Solar Net us-
ing a system add-on.
Similarly, every inverter on the Fronius Solar Net must be assigned a unique number.
Refer to the section entitled "The SETUP menu item" for instructions on how to assign a
unique number.
Fronius Solar Net automatically recognises a wide variety of system add-ons.
In order to distinguish between several identical system add-ons, each one must be as-
signed a unique number.
More detailed information on the individual system add-ons can be found in the relevant
operating instructions or on the internet at http://www.fronius.com
More detailed information on cabling Fronius DATCOM components can be found at:
→ http://www.fronius.com/QR-link/4204101938
Data communica-
tion area (1) (2) (3) (4) (5)(6) (7) (8) (9)
PIN 2 PIN 1
IN OUT
PIN 1
PIN 2
PIN 3
Depending on the model, the inverter may be equipped with the Fronius Datamanager
plug-in card (8).
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Item Description
(1) Switchable multifunction current interface.
For more details, refer to the section below entitled "Explanation of the multifunc-
tion current interface"
Use the 2-pin mating connector supplied with the inverter to connect to the multi-
function current interface.
(2) IN Fronius Solar Net connection / interface protocol IN
(3) OUT Fronius Solar Net connection / interface protocol
"Fronius Solar Net" / interface protocol input and output for connecting to other
DATCOM components (e.g. inverter, Fronius sensor box, etc.)
If several DATCOM components are linked together, a terminating plug must be

connected to every free IN or OUT connection on a DATCOM component.
For inverters with a Fronius Datamanager plug-in card, two terminating plugs are
supplied with the inverter.
(4) The "Fronius Solar Net" LED
indicates whether the Fronius Solar Net power supply is available
(5) The "Data transfer" LED
flashes while the USB flash drive is being accessed. The USB flash drive must
not be removed while recording is in progress.
(6) USB A socket
for connecting a USB flash drive with maximum dimensions of
65 x 30 mm (2.6 x 2.1 in.)
The USB flash drive can function as a datalogger for any inverter that it is con-
nected to. The USB flash drive is not included in the scope of supply of the invert-
er.
(7) Floating switch contact (relay) with mating connector
Max. 250 V AC / 4 A AC
Max. 30 V DC / 1 A DC
Max. 1.5 mm² (AWG 16) cable cross-section
Pin 1 = NO contact (normally open)

Pin 2 = C (common)
Pin 3 = NC contact (normally closed)
For a more detailed explanation, please see the "Menu items in the Setup menu
/ Relay" section.
Use the mating connector supplied with the inverter to connect to the floating
switch contact.
(8) Fronius Datamanager with WLAN antenna
or
cover for option card compartment
(9) Cover for option card compartment
Description of the The "Fronius Solar Net" LED is on:

"Fronius Solar the power supply for data communication within the Fronius Solar Net / interface protocol
Net" LED is OK
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The "Fronius Solar Net" LED flashes briefly every 5 seconds:
data communication error in the Fronius Solar Net
- Overcurrent (current flow > 3 A, e.g. resulting from a short circuit in the Fronius Solar
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Net ring)
- Undervoltage (not a short circuit, voltage in Fronius Solar Net < 6.5 V, e.g. if there are
too many DATCOM components on the Fronius Solar Net and not enough electrical
power is available)
In this case, power for the Fronius DATCOM components must be supplied by con-
necting an additional power supply (43,0001,1194) to one of the Fronius DATCOM
components.
To detect the presence of an undervoltage, check some of the other Fronius DATCOM
components for faults as required.
After cutting out because of overcurrent or undervoltage, the inverter attempts to restore
the power supply in the Fronius Solar Net every 5 seconds while the fault is still present.
Once the fault is rectified, power to the Fronius Solar Net will be restored within 5 seconds.
Example Recording and archiving data from the inverter and sensor using a Fronius Datamanager
and a Fronius Sensor Box:
1 2 Sensor Box 3
IN OUT
IN OUT
IN
OUT * IN OUT
WLAN
°C m/s
W/m²
* Fronius Datamanager
Data network with 3 inverters and a Fronius Sensor Box:

- Inverter 1 with Fronius Datamanager
- Inverters 2 and 3 without Fronius Datamanager!
= Terminating plug
The external communication (Fronius Solar Net) takes place on the inverter via the data
communication area. The data communication area contains two RS 422 interfaces as in-
puts and outputs. RJ45 plug connectors are used to make the connection.
IMPORTANT! Since the Fronius Datamanager functions as a datalogger, the Fronius So-
lar Net ring must not include any other datalogger.
There must only be one Fronius Datamanager in each Fronius Solar Net ring.
Fronius Symo 3 - 10 kW: Any other Fronius Datamanagers must be removed and the un-
occupied option card slot sealed off using the blanking cover (42,0405,2020 - available
from Fronius as an optional extra); alternatively, use an inverter without Fronius Datama-
nager (light version).
Fronius Symo 10 - 20 kW, Fronius Eco: Any other Fronius Datamanagers must be re-
moved and the unoccupied option card slot sealed off by replacing the cover (item no.
42,0405,2094); alternatively, use an inverter without Fronius Datamanager (light version).
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Explanation of Various wiring variants can be connected to the multifunction current interface. However,
the multifunction these cannot be operated simultaneously. For example, if an S0 meter is connected to the
current interface multifunction current interface, it is not possible to connect a signal contact for the surge
protection device (or vice versa).
Pin 1 = measurement input: max. 20 mA, 100 Ohm measurement resistor (load imped-
ance)
Pin 2 = max. short circuit current 15 mA, max. open circuit voltage 16 V DC or GND
Wiring diagram variant 1: Signal contact for surge protection device

Depending on the setting in the Basic menu (Signal Input submenu), the DC SPD option
(surge protection device) either outputs a warning or an error on the display. Further infor-
mation on the DC SPD option can be found in the Installation Instructions.
Wiring diagram variant 2: S0 meter

A meter for recording the self-consumption of each S0 can be connected directly to the in-
verter. This S0 meter can be positioned directly at the feed-in point or in the consumption
branch. As one of the settings on the Fronius Datamanager website, a dynamic power re-
duction can be set under the "EVU Editor" menu item (see Fronius Datamanager 2.0 Op-
erating Instructions on our website www.fronius.com)
IMPORTANT! In order to connect an S0 meter to the inverter, it may be necessary to up-

date the inverter firmware.
Pin 2 Pin 1
Pin 2 S0 +
Pin 1 S0 -
Requirements for the S0 meter:

- Must comply with the IEC62053-31 Class B standard
- Max. voltage 15 V DC
- Max. current when ON 15 mA
- Min. current when ON 2 mA
- Max. current when OFF 0.15 mA
Recommended max. pulse rate of the S0 meter:
PV output kWp [kW] Max. pulse rate per kWp

30 1000
20 2000
10 5000
≤ 5.5 10,000
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Fronius Datamanager 2.0
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Controls, connec-
tions and dis-
plays on the
Fronius Dataman- (1)
ager 2.0 (2) (5)
(3) (4)
(10) (9) (8) (7) (6)
No. Function
(1) IP switch
For switching the IP address:
Switch position A
Default IP address with opening of the WLAN access point
Fronius Datamanager 2.0 uses the set IP address 169.254.0.180 to establish a

direct connection to a PC via LAN.
Setting the IP switch to position A also opens an access point to enable a direct
WLAN connection to the Fronius Datamanager 2.0.
Access data for this access point:

Network name: FRONIUS_240.XXXXXX
Code: 12345678
Access to the Fronius Datamanager 2.0 is possible:

- Using the DNS name "http://datamanager"
- Using the IP address 169.254.0.180 for the LAN interface
- Using the IP address 192.168.250.181 for the WLAN access point
Switch position B
Assigned IP address
The Fronius Datamanager 2.0 uses an assigned IP address (factory setting dy-
namic (DHCP))
The IP address can be set on the Fronius Datamanager 2.0 website.
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No. Function
(2) WLAN LED
- Flashing green: Fronius Datamanager 2.0 is in Service mode
(IP switch on the Fronius Datamanager 2.0 plug-in card is in position A or Ser-
vice mode has been activated via the inverter display, the WLAN access point
is open)
- Lights up green: WLAN connection established
- Flashing green/red (alternately): WLAN access point has timed out following
activation (1 hour)
- Lights up red: no WLAN connection
- Flashing red: faulty WLAN connection
- Does not light up: Fronius Datamanager 2.0 is in Slave mode
(3) Solar.web connection LED
- Lights up green: Fronius Solar.web connection established
- Lights up red: Fronius Solar.web connection is required but has not been es-
tablished
- Does not light up: no connection to Fronius Solar.web is required
(4) Supply LED
- Lights up green: Fronius Solar Net is providing an adequate power supply; Fro-
nius Datamanager 2.0 is ready for use.
- Does not light up: insufficient or no power supply from Fronius Solar Net - an
external power supply is required
or
the Fronius Datamanager 2.0 is in Slave mode
- Flashing red: update in progress
IMPORTANT! Never interrupt the power supply while an update is in progress.

- Lights up red: update failed
(5) Connection LED
- Lights up green: connection established within Fronius Solar Net
- Lights up red: connection within Fronius Solar Net interrupted
- Does not light up: Fronius Datamanager 2.0 is in Slave mode
(6) LAN connection
Ethernet interface, colour-coded blue, for connecting the Ethernet cable
(7) I/Os
Digital inputs and outputs
D-
9
7
5
3
1
-
-
D+
+
+
8
6
4
2
0
I IO RS485
Modbus RTU 2-wire (RS485):

D- Modbus data -
D+ Modbus data +
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No. Function
Int./ext. power supply
EN
- GND
+ Uint / Uext
Internal voltage output 12.8 V
or
input for an external supply voltage
>12.8 - 24 V DC (+ 20%)
Digital inputs: 0 - 3, 4 - 9
Voltage level: low = min. 0V - max. 1.8V; high = min. 3V - max. 24V DC (+ 20%)
Input currents: dependent on input voltage; input resistance = 46 kOhm
Digital outputs: 0 - 3
Switching capacity when power is supplied by the Fronius Datamanager 2.0 plug-in
card: 3.2 W in total for all 4 digital outputs
Switching capacity when power is supplied by an external power supply delivering

min. 12.8 - max. 24 V DC (+ 20%), connected to Uint / Uext and GND: 1 A, 12.8 -
24 V DC (depending on external power supply) for each digital output
The connection to the I/Os is established via the mating connector supplied.
(8) Antenna socket
This is where the WLAN antenna is connected
(9) Modbus termination switch (for Modbus RTU)
Internal bus terminator with 120 ohm resistor (yes/no)
Switch in "on" position: 120 ohm terminating resistor active

Switch in "off" position: no terminating resistor active
IMPORTANT! On an RS485 bus, the terminating resistor on the first and last device
must be active.
(10) Fronius Solar Net Master / Slave switch
To switch from master to slave mode within a Fronius Solar Net ring
IMPORTANT! In slave mode, all the LEDs on the Fronius Datamanager 2.0 plug-in
card are off.
Fronius Dataman- The Night Mode parameter under "Display Settings" in the Setup menu is preset to OFF in
ager during the the factory.
night or when the For this reason the Fronius Datamanager cannot be accessed during the night or when the
available DC volt- available DC voltage is insufficient.
age is insufficient
To nevertheless activate the Fronius Datamanager, switch the inverter off and on again at
the mains and press any function button on the inverter display within 90 seconds.
See also the chapters on "Menu items in the Setup menu", "Display settings" (Night Mode).
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Using for the first Setting up the Fronius Datamanager 2.0 for the first time is made considerably easier with
time the Fronius Solar.web app. The Fronius Solar.web app is available in the respective app
stores.
When starting Fronius Datamanager 2.0 for the first time,

- the Fronius Datamanager 2.0 plug-in card must be installed in the inverter,
or
- there must be a Fronius Datamanager Box 2.0 in the Fronius Solar Net ring.
IMPORTANT! In order to establish a connection to Fronius Datamanager 2.0, "Obtain IP

address automatically (DCHP)" must be activated on the end device in question (e.g. lap-
top, tablet, etc.).
NOTE!
If the photovoltaic system has only one inverter, steps 1 and 2 below can be skipped.
In this case, starting for the first time will commence with step 3.
1 Connect inverter with Fronius Datamanager 2.0 or Fronius Datamanager Box 2.0 to
the Fronius Solar Net
2 When networking several inverters together in Fronius Solar Net:
Set the Fronius Solar Net master / slave switch on the Fronius Datamanager 2.0 plug-
in card correctly
- One inverter with Fronius Datamanager 2.0 = master
- All other inverters with Fronius Datamanager 2.0 = slave (the LEDs on the Fronius
Datamanager 2.0 plug-in cards are not illuminated)
3 Switch the device to Service mode

- Activate the WiFi Access Point via the Setup menu on the inverter
Stand by
WiFi Access Point
DATCOM
USB
Clock
The inverter establishes the WiFi access point. The WiFi access point remains open for 1
hour. The IP switch on the Fronius Datamanager 2.0 can remain in switch position A due
to the activation of the WiFi Access Point.
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Installation using the Solar.web App Installation using a web browser
4 Download the Fronius Solar.web 4 Connect the end device to the WiFi
EN
LIVE or Solar Web Pro app access point
SSID = FRONIUS_240.xxxxx (5-8

digits)
- Search for a network with the
name "FRONIUS_240.xxxxx"
- Establish a connection to this
5 Run the Fronius Solar.web app network
- Enter the password 12345678
(Alternatively, connect the end device
and inverter using an Ethernet cable.)
5 Enter the following in the browser:
http://datamanager
or
192.168.250.181 (IP address for
WLAN connection)
or
169.254.0.180 (IP address for LAN
connection)
The Setup wizard start page is displayed.
The technician wizard is intended for the installer and contains standard-specific settings.
Running the technician wizard is optional.
If the technician wizard is run, it is vital to note the service password that is issued. This
service password is necessary for setting the EVU Editor menu item.
If the technician wizard is not run, no specifications regarding power reduction are set.
Running the Fronius Solar.web wizards is mandatory.
6 Run the Fronius Solar.web wizards and follow the instructions
The Fronius Solar.web homepage is displayed,

or
the Fronius Datamanager 2.0 web page is displayed.
7 Where necessary, run the technician wizard and follow the instructions
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Further informa-
Further information on the Fronius Datamanager 2.0 and other start-up options can be
tion on Fronius
found at:
Datamanager 2.0
→ http://www.fronius.com/QR-link/4204260191DE
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Controls and indicators
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Controls and dis-
plays (1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5) (6) (7) (8)
Item Description
(1) Display
For displaying values, settings and menus
Monitoring and status LEDs

(2) Initialisation LED (red) lights up
- During the initialisation phase when starting up the inverter
- If, when starting up the inverter in the initialisation phase, there is a contin-
uous hardware fault
(3) Status LED (orange) lights up
- If, after the initialisation phase, the inverter is in its automatic startup or self-
test phase (as soon as the solar modules are delivering sufficient power af-
ter sunrise)
- If status codes (STATE Codes) are shown on the inverter display
- If the inverter has been switched to Standby mode in the Setup menu (=
feeding energy into the grid switched off manually)
- If the inverter software is being updated
(4) Operating status LED (green) lights up
- If the PV system is working correctly after the inverter's automatic startup
phase
- all the time while energy is being fed into the grid
Function keys - allocated different functions depending on the selection:

(5) "Left/up" key
For navigating to the left and up
(6) "Down/right" key
For navigating down and to the right
(7) "Menu/Esc" key
For switching to the menu level
For quitting the Setup menu
(8) "Enter" key
For confirming a selection
The keys operate capacitively. Exposure to water may impair their function. If necessary,
wipe the keys dry with a cloth to ensure optimum functionality.
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Display Power for the display comes from the mains voltage. Depending on the setting selected in
the Setup menu, the display can be kept on all day.
IMPORTANT!
The display on the inverter is not a calibrated measuring device.
A slight inaccuracy in comparison with the energy meter used by the power supply compa-
ny is intrinsic to the system. A calibrated meter will be needed to calculate the bills for the
power supply company.
Menu item
Parameter declaration
Display of values, units and status codes
Function key functions

Display areas in Display mode
Energy-Manager (**)
Inv. no. | Save symbol | USB conn.(***)
1 Menu item
Standby
Previous menu items
WiFi Access Point
DATCOM Currently selected menu item
USB Next menu items
Relay
(*) Function key functions
Display areas in Setup mode
(*) Scroll bar

(**) The Energy Manager symbol
is displayed when the Energy Manager function is activated
(***) Inv. no. = Inverter DATCOM number,
Save symbol - appears briefly while set values are being saved,
USB connection - appears if a USB flash drive has been connected
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Navigation at the menu level
EN
Activating display 1 Press any key
backlighting
The display backlighting is activated.
There is an option under "Display Settings - Backlighting" in the SETUP menu to set
the display backlighting so that it is on all the time or off all the time.
Automatic deacti- If two minutes pass without any button being pressed, the display backlighting switches off
vation of display automatically and the inverter goes to the "NOW" menu item (assuming the display back-
backlighting / lighting is set to AUTO).
changing to the
"NOW" menu The automatic selection of the "NOW" menu item can happen from any position on the
item menu level, unless the inverter was manually switched into the "Standby" operating mode.
After automatically selecting the "NOW" menu item, the current power of feeding in is dis-
played.
Opening the
1 Press "ESC"
menu level
The display switches to the menu level.
2 Using the "Left" or "Right" keys select the

desired menu item
3 Press the "Enter" key to select the desired
menu item
The menu items

- NOW
Displays real-time values
- LOG
Data recorded today, during the current calendar year and since the inverter was start-
ed for the first time
- GRAPH
Day characteristic displays a plot showing the output power during the day. The time
axis is scaled automatically. Press the "Back" key to close the display
- SETUP
Setup menu
- INFO
Information about the device and the software
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Values displayed
Output power (W) - depending on the device type (MultiString), when the Enter key is
under the NOW
pressed, the individual output powers for MPP Tracker 1 and MPP Tracker 2
menu item
(MPPT1 / MPPT2) are displayed
AC reactive power (VAr)
Grid voltage (V)
Output current (A)
Grid frequency (Hz)
Solar voltage (V) - U PV1 from MPP Tracker 1 and U PV2 from MPP Tracker 2 (MPPT1
/ MPPT2), if MPP Tracker 2 is activated (see "The Basic menu" - "Menu items in the Basic
menu")
Solar power (A) - I PV1 from MPP Tracker 1 and I PV2 from MPP Tracker 2 (MPPT1 /
MPPT2), if MPP Tracker 2 is activated (see "The Basic menu" - "Menu items in the Basic
menu")
Fronius Eco: The total current from both measuring channels is displayed. Both channels
are shown separately in SolarWeb.
Time date - Time and date on the inverter or in the Fronius Solar Net ring
Values displayed
Energy fed in (kWh / MWh)
under the LOG
Energy fed into the grid during the period in question.
menu item
When the Enter key is pressed, the individual output powers for MPP Tracker 1 and
MPP Tracker 2 (MPPT1 / MPPT2) are displayed, if MPP Tracker 2 is activated (see "The
Basic menu" - "Menu items in the Basic menu")
There may be discrepancies compared with values displayed on other measuring instru-
ments because of differences in measuring methods. As far as the billing of the energy
fed in is concerned, the only binding display values are those produced by the calibrated
measuring instrument provided by the utility company.
Max. output power (W)
Largest amount of energy fed into the grid during the period in question.
When the Enter key is pressed, the individual output powers for MPP Tracker 1 and
MPP Tracker 2 (MPPT1 / MPPT2) are displayed, if MPP Tracker 2 is activated (see "The
Basic menu" - "Menu items in the Basic menu")
Yield
Amount of money earned during the period in question
Like the "Energy fed in" figure, the yield figure may also exhibit discrepancies compared
with other measured values.
The subitem "Energy yield" in the "Menu items in the Set-up menu" section explains how
to select a currency and charge rate.
The factory setting depends on the respective country setup.
CO2 savings
CO2 emissions saved during the period in question
The subitem "CO2 factor" in the "Menu items in the Set-up menu" section explains how
to set the CO2 factor.
Maximum grid voltage (V) [phase indicator - neutral or phase - phase]
Highest grid voltage measured during the period in question
When the Enter key is pressed, the individual grid voltages are listed
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Maximum solar voltage (V)
Highest solar module voltage measured during the period in question
EN
When the Enter key is pressed, the voltage values for MPP Tracker 1 and MPP
Tracker 2 (MPPT1 / MPPT2) are displayed, if MPP Tracker 2 is activated (see "The Basic
menu" - "Menu items in the Basic menu")
Operating hours
Length of time the inverter has been working (HH:MM).
IMPORTANT! In order for the day and year values to be displayed correctly, the time
must be set accurately.
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SETUP menu item
Initial setting The inverter is pre-configured after commissioning has been completely carried out (e.g.
using the Installation Wizard) according to the country setup.
The SETUP menu item allows the initial settings of the inverter to be changed easily to
bring it in line, as closely as possible, with the preferences and requirements of the user.
Software updates IMPORTANT! As a result of software updates, you may find that your device has certain
functions that are not described in these Operating Instructions, or vice versa. Certain il-
lustrations may also differ slightly from the actual controls on your device, but these con-
trols function in exactly the same way.
Navigating the Entering the SETUP menu item

SETUP menu item At the menu level, use the "Left" or "Right" keys
GRAPH 1
to select the "SETUP" menu item
2 Press the "Enter" key
The first entry under the SETUP menu item is dis-

played:
"Standby"
Relay
Scrolling between the entries

3 Use the "Up" and "Down" keys to scroll
between the available entries
Relay
Exiting an entry
4 To exit a menu entry, press the "Back" key
GRAPH
The menu level appears
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If no key is pressed for 2 minutes:
- The inverter switches from wherever it is on the menu level back to the "NOW" display
mode (exception: "Standby" Setup menu item).
EN
- The display backlighting goes out unless it has been set to ON in Display Setting -
Backlighting (see Display Setting - Backlighting).
- The power currently being fed in is displayed or the currently active state code is dis-
played.
Setting menu en- 1 Open the desired menu

tries, general Use the 'Up' or 'Down' keys to select the desired menu item
2
3 Press "Enter"
The available settings are displayed: The first digit of a value to be set flash-
es:
4 Use the 'Up' or 'Down' buttons to se- 4 Use the 'Up' or 'Down' keys to select
lect the desired setting a value for the first digit
5 Press the 'Enter' key to save and ap- 5 Press "Enter"

ply the setting.
The second digit of the value flashes.

To discard the setting, press the 'Esc' Repeat steps 4 and 5 until ...
6
key.
the whole value to be set flashes.
7 Press "Enter"
8 Repeat steps 4 - 6 as required for

units or other values that are to be set
until the appropriate unit or the value
flashes.
9 Press the 'Enter' key to save and ap-
ply the changes.
To discard the changes, press the

'Esc' key.
The currently selected menu item is dis- The currently selected menu item is dis-
played. played.
Application ex-
1 Select "Clock" from the Setup menu
ample: Setting
the time 2 Press the "Enter" key
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An overview of the values that can be
changed is displayed.
3 Use the "Up" or "Down" keys to select

"Set time"
The current time appears.

(HH:MM:SS, 24-hour clock),
the "tens" digit for the hour will flash.
5 Use the "Up" and "Down" keys to se-

lect a value for the "tens" digit for the
hour
The "units" digit for the hour will flash.
7 Repeat steps 5 and 6 to set the

"units" digit for the hour, for the min-
utes and for the seconds until...
the set time starts flashing.
The time is applied and the overview of

values that can be changed is displayed.
4 Press the "Esc" key
The "Clock" item on the Setup menu ap-

pears.
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Menu items in the Set-up menu
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Standby Manual activation / deactivation of Standby mode
- No energy is fed into the grid.

- The Startup LED will show steady orange.
- In the display, STANDBY / ENTER are alternately displayed
- In Standby mode, no other menu item at menu level can be accessed or adjusted.
- The automatic switchover into the "NOW" display mode after 2 minutes of keyboard
inactivity does not occur.
- Standby mode can only be terminated manually by pressing the "Enter" key.
- Pressing "Enter" at any time will cause energy to resume feeding into the grid, as long
as there is no error (state code)
Switching off Standby mode (manually switching off feeding energy into the grid):
1 Select the "Standby" item

2 Press "Enter" function key
"STANDBY" and "ENTER" appear alternately on the display.

Standby mode is now active.
The Startup LED shows steady orange.
Resuming feeding energy into the grid:
"STANDBY" and "ENTER" appear alternately on the display when in Standby mode.
1 Press the "Enter" function key to resume feeding energy into the grid
The "Standby" menu item is displayed.

At the same time, the inverter enters the startup phase.
The operating state LED shows steady green when feeding energy into the grid has been
resumed.
DATCOM Checking data communications, entering the inverter number, protocol settings
Setting range Status / inverter number / protocol type
Status
Indicates data communication is taking place via Fronius Solar Net or that a data commu-
nications error has occurred
Inverter number
Sets the number (= address) of the inverter in a system with several inverters
Setting range 00 - 99 (00 = inverter address 100)

Factory setting 01
IMPORTANT! If a number of inverters are linked together in a data communications sys-

tem, assign a unique address to each one.
Protocol type
Specifies the communications protocol to be used to transfer the data:
Setting range Solar Net / Interface *
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Factory setting Fronius Solar Net
* The protocol type "Interface" only functions when there is no Datamanager card in the
inverter. All Fronius Datamanager cards should be removed from the inverter.
USB Running firmware updates or saving detailed information from the inverter to the USB flash
drive
Setting range Safely remove hardware / Software update / Logging interval
Safely remove hardware

To remove a USB flash drive from the USB A socket on the plug-in data communications
card without losing any data.
The USB flash drive can be removed:

- If the OK message appears
- when the "Data transfer" LED stops flashing or comes on steady
Software update
To update the inverter firmware using a USB flash drive.
Procedure:
1 Download the relevant firmware update file "froxxxxx.upd"
(e.g. from http://www.fronius.com; xxxxx stands for the version number)
NOTE!
To successfully update the inverter software, the USB flash drive provided for the
purpose must not have a hidden partition or any encryption (see chapter "Suitable
USB flash drives").
2 Save the firmware update file to the highest data level of the USB flash drive
3 Open the lid of the data communication area on the inverter
4 Plug the USB flash drive containing the firmware update file into the USB socket in the
inverter's data communication area
5 Select "USB" from the Setup menu, followed by "Software update"
7 Wait until the version currently installed on the inverter and the new firmware version
are displayed for comparison:
- First page: Recerbo software (LCD), key controller software (KEY), country setup
version (Set)
- Second page: Power stage set software (PS1/PS2)
8 Press the "Enter" function button after each page
The inverter starts copying the data.

"BOOT" and the progress of storing the individual tests expressed in % are displayed until
all the data for all the electronic modules has been copied.
Once copying is complete, the inverter updates the electronic modules as required in se-
quence.
"BOOT", the affected modules and the update progress in % are displayed.
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The final step is for the inverter to update the display.
The display remains dark for approx. 1 minute while the monitoring and status LEDs flash.
EN
Once the firmware update is complete, the inverter enters its start-up phase before going
on to start feeding energy into the grid. Unplug the USB flash drive using the "Safely re-
move hardware" function.
When the inverter firmware is updated, any custom settings that were configured in the
Setup menu are retained.
Logging interval
Activate / deactivate the USB logging function and specify a logging interval
Unit Minutes
Setting range 30 min. / 20 min./ 15 min./ 10 min./ 5 min./ No log
Factory setting 30 min.
30 min. The logging interval is 30 minutes; every 30 minutes new log-

ging data will be saved to the USB flash drive.
20 min.
15 min.
10 min.
5 min. The logging interval is 5 minutes; every 5 minutes new logging
data will be saved to the USB flash drive.
No log No data is saved
IMPORTANT! In order for the USB logging function to work correctly the time must be set
correctly. Setting the time is discussed in the section "Menu items in the Setup menu" -
"Time / Date".
Relay (floating Status codes (state codes), the status of the inverter (e.g. feeding energy into the grid) or
contact switch) Energy Manager functions can be displayed using the floating switch contact (relay).
Setting range Relay mode / Relay test / Switch-on point* / Switch-off point*
* these are only shown if the "E-Manager" function has been activated under "Relay mode".
Relay mode
The following functions can be shown using relay mode:
- Alarm function (Permanent / ALL / GAF)
- Active output (ON / OFF)
- Energy Manager (E-Manager)
Setting range ALL / Permanent / GAF / OFF / ON / E-Manager

Factory setting ALL
Alarm function:
ALL / Perma- Switching the floating switch contact for permanent and temporary
nent: service codes (e.g. brief interruption to energy being fed into the grid,
a service code occurs a certain number of times a day - can be adjust-
ed in the "BASIC" menu)
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GAF As soon as GAF mode is selected, the relay is switched on. The relay
opens as soon as the power stage set registers an error and goes from
normally feeding energy into the grid to being in an error state. This
means that the relay can be used for fail-safe functions.
Application example
It may be necessary to perform phase compensation when using a sin-
gle-phase inverter at a multiphase site. If an error occurs on one or
several inverters and the connection to the grid is broken, the other in-
verters must also be disconnected to maintain the phase balance. The
"GAF" relay function can be used in conjunction with the Datamanager
or an external protection device to recognise or signal that an inverter
is not feeding in or is disconnected from the grid and to then discon-
nect the remaining inverters from the grid using a telecontrol com-
mand.
Active output:
ON: The floating NO contact is on all the time the inverter is in operation
(as long as the display is not dark or is displaying something).
OFF: The floating NO contact is off.
Energy Manager:
E-Manager: Further details on the "Energy Manager" function may be found in the
"Energy Manager" section.
Relay test
Function test to determine whether the floating switch contact switches
Switch-on point (only if "Energy Manager" function is activated)
for setting the effective power limit beyond which the floating switch contact is switched on
Factory setting 1000 W

Setting range Set switch-off point up to the maximum nominal output of the in-
verter (W or kW)
Switch-off point (only if "Energy Manager" function is activated)
for setting the effective power limit beyond which the floating switch contact is switched off
Factory setting 500

Setting range 0 to the set switch-on point of the inverter (W or kW)
Energy Manager The "Energy Manager" (E-Manager) function can be used to activate the floating switch
(under Relay contact in such a way that it functions as an actuator.
menu item) Thus, a consumer that is connected to the floating switch contact can be controlled by
specifying a switch-on or switch-off point that depends on the feed-in power (effective pow-
er).
The floating switch contact is automatically switched off:

- If the inverter is not feeding any power into the grid
- If the inverter is manually switched to Standby mode
- If the effective power is set to < 10% of the nominal output of the inverter.
To activate the Energy Manager function, select the "E-Manager" item and press the "En-
ter" key.
When the "Energy Manager" function is running, the "Energy Manager" symbol will ap-
pear in the top left corner of the display:
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When the floating NO contact is off (open contact)
EN
When the floating NO contact is on (closed contact)
To deactivate the Energy Manager function, select a different function (ALL / Permanent /
OFF / ON) and press the "Enter" key.
NOTE!
Notes on setting up the switch-on and switch-off points
If the difference between the switch-on and switch-off points is too small, or if there
are fluctuations in effective power, the result may be multiple switching cycles.
To avoid switching on and off frequently, the difference between the switch-on and switch-
off points should be at least 100 - 200 W.
When choosing the switch-off point, the power consumption of the connected consumer
should be taken into account.
When choosing the switch-on point, the weather conditions and anticipated insolation
should be taken into account.
Application example
Switch-on point = 2000 W, switch-off point = 1800 W
If the inverter is outputting 2000 W or above, then the floating switch contact on the inverter
is switched on.
If the inverter output falls to below 1800 W, the floating switch contact is switched off.
This allows useful applications, such as operating a heat pump or an air-conditioning sys-
tem using as much self-generated power as possible, to be implemented quickly
Time / Date Set the time, date, the display format and automatic changeover between summer and
winter time
Setting range Set time / Set date / Time display format / Date display format /
Summer/winter time
Set time
Set the time (hh:mm:ss or hh:mm am/pm – depending on the setting for the time display
format)
Set date
Set the date (dd.mm.yyyy or mm/dd/yyyy - depending on the setting for the date display
format)
Time display format
For specifying the time display format
Setting range 12hrs / 24hrs

Factory setting Depends on country setup
Date display format
for specifying the date display format
Setting range mm/dd/yyyy or dd.mm.yy

Factory setting Depends on country setup
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Summer/winter time
Activate/deactivate automatic changeover between summer and winter time
IMPORTANT! Only use the automatic summer/winter time changeover function if the
Fronius Solar Net ring does not include any LAN- or WLAN-compatible system compo-
nents (e.g. Fronius Datalogger Web, Fronius Datamanager or Fronius Hybridmanager).
Setting range on / off

Factory setting on
IMPORTANT! The time and date must be set accurately in order for the day and year val-
ues and for the day characteristic to be displayed correctly.
Display settings
Setting range Language / Night mode / Contrast / Illumination
Language
Set language for display
Setting range English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Czech, Slo-
vakian, Hungarian, Polish, Turkish, Portuguese, Romanian
Night mode
Night mode controls Fronius DATCOM and inverter display operation during the night or
when the DC voltage is insufficient
Setting range AUTO / ON / OFF

Factory setting OFF
AUTO: Fronius DATCOM mode is always in effect as long as there is a Fronius Da-
tamanager connected in an active and uninterrupted Fronius Solar Net.
The inverter display remains dark during the night, but can be activated by
pressing any function button.
ON: Fronius DATCOM mode is always in effect. The inverter supplies 12 V of DC

voltage continuously to power the Fronius Solar Net. The display is always
active.
IMPORTANT! If Fronius DATCOM night mode is set to ON or AUTO when

there are Fronius Solar Net components connected, the inverter's current
consumption during the night will increase to around 7 W.
OFF: Fronius DATCOM will not run at night, the inverter therefore does not require
any power during the night to supply the Fronius Solar Net with energy.
The inverter display is switched off during the night and the Fronius Datama-
nager is not available. To nevertheless activate the Fronius Datamanager,
switch the inverter off and on again at the mains and press any function but-
ton on the inverter display within 90 seconds.
Contrast
Set the contrast on the inverter display
Setting range 0 - 10
Factory setting 5
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Since the contrast is temperature-dependent, it may be necessary to adjust the setting
under the "Contrast" menu item when the environmental conditions change.
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Illumination
Initial setting for inverter display illumination
The "Illumination" menu item only relates to the inverter display backlighting.
Setting range AUTO / ON / OFF

Factory setting AUTO
AUTO: The inverter display backlighting is activated by pressing any key. If no key
is pressed for 2 minutes, the display backlighting will go off again.
ON: The inverter display backlighting remains permanently on when the inverter
is active.
OFF: The inverter display backlighting is permanently switched off.
ENERGY YIELD The following settings can be changed/set here:

- Counter deviation / Calibration
- Currency
- Feed-in tariff
- CO2 factor
Setting range Currency / Feed-in tariff
Counter deviation / calibration

Calibrating the counter
Currency
Set the currency
Setting range 3 characters, A-Z

Feed-in tariff
Set the remuneration rate for energy fed into the grid
Setting range 2 digits, 3 decimal places

Factory setting (depends on country setup)
CO2 factor
Setting the CO2 factor of the energy fed into the grid
Fan To check that the fan is working correctly
Setting range Test fan #1 / Test fan #2 (depending on the device)
- Use the "Up" and "Down" keys to select the desired fan
- Testing of the selected fan is initiated by clicking "Enter".
- The fan will continue to run until the operator exits the menu by pressing "Esc".
IMPORTANT! Nothing will show on the inverter display if the fan is working. The only way
to check how the fan is working is by listening and feeling.
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The INFO menu item
Measured values PV Ins.

Insulation resistance of the PV system
Ext. Lim.
external Limitation
U PV 1 / U PV 2* (U PV 2 is not available on the Fronius Symo 15.0-3 208)

Current DC voltage at the DC input terminals, even if the inverter is feeding no power into
the grid whatsoever (from the 1st or 2nd MPP Tracker)
* MPP Tracker 2 must be switched to ON via the Basic menu
GVDPR
Grid voltage-dependent power reduction
Fan #1
Percentage of target output for fan
PSS status The status of the most recent inverter fault can be displayed.
IMPORTANT! Due to the low level of insolation early in the morning and in the evening,
the status codes STATE 306 (Power low) and STATE 307 (DC low) are displayed routinely
at these times of day. These status codes do not indicate any kind of fault at this point in
time.
- Press the "Enter" key to see the status of the power stage set and the most recent fault
- Use the "Up" and "Down" keys to scroll through the list
- Press the "Back" key to close the status and fault list
Grid status The five most recent grid faults can be displayed:
- Press the 'Enter' key to see the five most recent grid faults
- Use the 'Up' and 'Down' keys to scroll through the list
- Press the 'Back' key to close the grid fault display
Device informa- For displaying the settings that will be of relevance to a power supply company. The values
tion shown will depend on the country setup or the device-specific settings of the inverter.
Display area General / Country-specific setting / MPP tracker / Grid monitor-

ing / Grid voltage limits / Grid frequency limits / Q-mode / AC
power limit / AC voltage derating / Fault Ride Through
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General: Device type - the exact name of the inverter
fam. - inverter family of the inverter
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serial number - serial number of the inverter
Country-specific set- Setup - specified country setup
ting:
Version - version of country setup
Origin activated - indicates that the normal country-specific set-

up is activated.
Alternat. activated - indicates that the alternative country-specif-

ic setup is activated (for Fronius Symo Hybrid only)
Group - group for updating the inverter software

MPP Tracker: Tracker 1 - indicates the set tracking behaviour (MPP AUTO /
MPP USER / FIX)
Tracker 2 (only on Fronius Symo except for Fronius Symo 15.0-
3 208) - indicates the set tracking behaviour (MPP AUTO / MPP
USER / FIX)
Grid monitoring: GMTi - Grid Monitoring Time - start-up time of the inverter in sec
(seconds)
GMTr - Grid Monitoring Time reconnect - reconnection time in

sec (seconds) after a grid fault
ULL - U (voltage) Longtime Limit - voltage limit value in V (volts)

for the 10-minute average voltage value
LLTrip - Longtime Limit Trip - trip time for ULL monitoring, how
fast the inverter should switch off
Grid voltage limits inner UImax - upper inner grid voltage in V (volts)
limit value:
TTMax - Trip Time Max - trip time for exceeding the upper inner
grid voltage limit value in cyl*
UMin - lower inner grid voltage in V (volts)
TTMin - Trip Time Min - trip time for falling below the lower inner
*cyl = grid periods (cycles); 1 cyl corresponds to 20 ms at 50 Hz

or 16.66 ms at 60 Hz
Grid voltage limits outer UMax - upper outer grid voltage in V (volts)
limit value
TTMax - Trip Time Max - trip time for exceeding the upper outer
UMin - lower outer grid voltage in V (volts)
TTMin - Trip Time Min - trip time for falling below the lower outer
*cyl = grid periods (cycles); 1 cyl corresponds to 20 ms at 50 Hz

or 16.66 ms at 60 Hz
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Grid frequency limits: FILmax - upper inner grid frequency in Hz (Hertz)
FILmin - lower inner grid frequency in Hz (Hertz)
FOLmax - upper outer grid frequency in Hz (Hertz)
FOLmin - lower outer grid frequency in Hz (Hertz)

Q-mode: Indicates which reactive power setting is currently active on the
inverter (e.g. OFF, Q / P, etc.)
AC power limit including Max P AC - maximum output power, which can be changed us-
SoftStart indicator and/ ing the "Manual Power Reduction" function
or AC grid frequency
derating: GPIS - Gradual Power Incrementation at Startup - indicates (%/
sec) whether the SoftStart function is active on the inverter
GFDPRe - Grid Frequency Dependent Power Reduction enable

limit - indicates the set grid frequency in Hz (Hertz) from when
power derating takes place
GFDPRv - Grid Frequency Dependent Power Reduction derat-

ing gradient - indicates the set grid frequency in %/Hz, how
strong power derating is
AC voltage derating: GVDPRe - Grid Voltage Depending Power Reduction enable
limit - threshold value in V from which voltage-dependent power
derating starts
GVDPRv - Grid Voltage Depending Power Reduction derating

gradient - derating gradient %/V with which the power is re-
duced
Message - indicates whether the dispatch of an info message

via Fronius Solar Net is active
Version Displays the version and serial numbers of the PC boards in the inverter (e.g. for service
purposes)
Display area Display / Display Software / Integrity Checksum / Memory Card

/ Memory Card #1 / Power Stage / Power Stage Software / EMI
Filter / Power Stage #3 / Power Stage #4
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Switching the key lock on and off
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General The inverter has a key lock function.
When the key lock is active, the Setup menu is not accessible, i.e. the setup data cannot
be changed accidentally (or maliciously).
The code 12321 has to be entered in order to activate / deactivate the key lock.
Switching the key

1 Press the "Menu" key
lock on and off
The menu level appears.
2 Press the unassigned "Menu / Esc" key

5 times
"Access Code" is displayed in the "CODE" menu;

the first digit starts flashing.
3 Enter the code 12321: Use the "Plus" and

"Minus" keys to select a value for the
first digit of the code
The second digit flashes.

Acess Code
5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 for the second, third,
fourth and fifth digits of the access code un-
til...
the selected code starts flashing.
"Setup Menu Lock" is displayed in the "LOCK"

menu.
7 Use the "Plus" and "Minus" keys to turn

the key lock on or off:
ON = key lock is on (the Setup menu is not

accessible)
OFF = key lock is off (the Setup menu is ac-

cessible)
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USB Stick as a Data Logger and for Updating Invert-
er Software
USB flash drive If a USB flash drive is connected to the USB A socket it can function as a datalogger for
as a datalogger an inverter.
At any time, the logging data stored on the USB flash drive can be
- imported into the Fronius Solar.access software using the FLD file that was logged at
the same time,
- viewed directly in third-party programs (e.g. Microsoft® Excel) using the CSV file
logged at the same time.
Older versions (before Excel 2007) are limited to a maximum of 65,536 rows.
Further information on "Data on a USB flash drive", "Data volume and storage capacity"
as well as "Buffer memory" can be found at:
Fronius Symo 3 - 10 kW:
 http://www.fronius.com/QR-link/4204260172EN
Fronius Symo 10 - 20 kW, Fronius Eco:
 http://www.fronius.com/QR-link/4204260175EN
Suitable USB Due to the variety of USB flash drives available on the market, it cannot be guaranteed that
flash drives every USB flash drive will be detected by the inverter.
Fronius recommends that only certified, industry-grade USB flash drives are used (look out
for the USB-IF logo).
The inverter supports USB flash drives with the following file systems:
- FAT12
- FAT16
- FAT32
Fronius recommends that the USB flash drives employed should only be used for record-
ing logging data or updating the inverter software. The USB flash drives should not contain
any other data.
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USB symbol on the inverter display, e.g. in display mode 'NOW':
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If the inverter detects a USB flash drive,
the USB symbol will appear in the top right
corner of the display.
When inserting a USB flash drive, check

whether the USB symbol is displayed (it
may also flash).
NOW
AC Output Power
Note! Please note for outdoor applications that conventional USB flash drives are often
only guaranteed to work within a restricted temperature range.
For outdoor applications ensure that the USB flash drive also functions, for example, at low
temperatures.
USB flash drive With the help of the USB flash drive, end
for updating the customers can also update the inverter
inverter software software via the SETUP menu: the update
+
USB
file is first saved to the USB flash drive, from

where it is then transferred to the inverter.
2 2 3
4 4 5
Remove USB
Security note concerning the removal of a USB stick:
stick
IMPORTANT! To avoid any loss of data, a

X Do not disconnect USB stick may only be removed if the fol-
lowing conditions are met:
USB-Stick - only remove a USB stick via the
while LED is flashing! 'Safely remove USB / HW' item on the
SETUP menu
- the 'Data transmission' LED has
stopped flashing or comes on steady.
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The Basic menu
Accessing the
1 Press the "Menu" key
Basic menu
The menu level appears.
2 Press the unassigned "Menu / Esc" key

5 times
"Access Code" is displayed in the "CODE" menu;

the first digit starts flashing.
3 Enter the code 22742: Use the "Plus" and

"Minus" keys to select a value for the
first digit of the code
The second digit flashes.
Access Code
5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 for the second, third,
fourth and fifth digits of the access code un-
til...
the selected code starts flashing.
The Basic menu appears.
7 Use the "Plus" and "Minus" keys to select the desired entry
8 Press the "Enter" key to open the desired menu item
9 Press the "Esc" key to exit the Basic menu
Menu items in the

The Basic menu is used to set the following parameters, which are important for installing
Basic menu
and operating the inverter:
MPP Tracker 1 / MPP Tracker 2

- MPP Tracker 2: ON / OFF (MultiMPP Tracker devices only, excluding Fronius Symo
15.0-3 208)
- DC operating mode: MPP AUTO / FIX / MPP USER
- MPP AUTO: normal operating status; the inverter automatically searches for the
ideal operating point
- FIX: for entering a fixed DC voltage at which the inverter will operate
- MPP USER: for entering a lower MP voltage above which the inverter will search
for its ideal operating point
- Dynamic Peak Manager: ON / OFF
- Fixed voltage: for entering the fixed voltage
- MPPT start voltage: for entering the start voltage
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USB log book
Activates or deactivates the function for saving all error messages to a USB flash drive
EN
AUTO / OFF / ON
Input signal
- Function: Ext Sig. / S0-Meter / OFF
Only with the Ext Sig. function selected:
- Triggering method: Warning (warning shown on display) / Ext. Stop (inverter
switches off)
- Connection type: N/C (normally closed contact) / N/O (normally open contact)
SMS / relay
- Event delay:
for entering the time delay after which an SMS is sent or the relay is to switch
900 - 86,400 seconds
- Event counter:
for entering the number of events that lead to signalling:
10 - 255
Insulation setting
- Insulation warning: ON / OFF
- Threshold warning: for entering a threshold that leads to a warning
- Threshold fault: for entering a threshold that leads to a fault (not available in all coun-
tries)
TOTAL Reset
Under the LOG menu item, this setting resets the max. and min. voltage values and the
max. power of feeding in to zero.
Once the values have been reset, this action cannot be undone.
To reset the values to zero, press the "Enter" key.

"CONFIRM" is displayed.
Press "Enter" again.
The values are reset and the menu is displayed
Settings if the If the option: DC SPD (surge protection) has been fitted in the inverter, the following menu
"DC SPD" option items will be set by default:
is installed
Signal input: Ext Sig.
Triggering method: Warning
Connection type: N/C
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Status diagnostics and troubleshooting
Status code dis- The inverter performs a system self-diagnosis that automatically detects many faults that
play may occur and shows them on the display. This means you are promptly made aware of
malfunctions in the inverter or the photovoltaic system, or of any installation or operating
faults.
If the system self-diagnosis has detected a specific fault, the associated status code will
be shown on the display.
IMPORTANT! Status codes may sometimes appear briefly as a result of the inverter's con-
trol response. If the inverter then continues working with no sign of any problem, this
means that there was no fault.
Total failure of the If the display fails to come on some time after sunrise:
display - Check the AC voltage on the inverter connection sockets:
the AC voltage must be 220/230 V (+ 10 % / - 5 %) or 380/400 V (+ 10 % / - 5 %).
Class 1 status Class 1 status codes generally only arise momentarily and are caused by the public grid.
codes
Example: The grid frequency is too high and the inverter may not feed any energy into the
grid owing to a standard. There is nothing wrong with the device.
The initial response of the inverter is to disconnect itself from the grid. The grid is subse-
quently checked during the stipulated monitoring period. If no further problem has been de-
tected by the end of this period, then the inverter will resume feeding energy into the grid.
The GPIS SoftStart function is activated according to the country setup:

After cutting out due to an AC error, the output power of the inverter is continuously in-
creased in line with the national guidelines.
Code Description Behaviour Remedy

102 AC voltage too high
103 AC voltage too low
105 AC frequency too high Following careful testing and
Check grid connections;
when the grid conditions are
106 AC frequency too low if this status code keeps recur-
within the permissible range
107 No AC grid ring, contact your system engi-
again, the inverter will resume
neer
108 Stand-alone operation detect- feeding energy into the grid.
ed
112 RCMU error
Class 3 status Class 3 includes status codes that may occur while feeding energy into the grid, but gen-
codes erally do not cause the process to be interrupted for any length of time.
The inverter disconnects automatically from the grid, the grid is then monitored as specified
and the inverter attempts to resume feeding energy into the grid.
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301 Overcurrent (AC) Short-term interruption while
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feeding energy into the grid.
*)
302 Overcurrent (DC) The inverter resumes its start-
up routine.
303 DC module overtemperature Short-term interruption while
304 AC module overtemperature feeding energy into the grid. Purge cooling air open-
The inverter resumes with its ings and heat sink; **)
startup routine.
305 No power being fed in, despite closed Short-term interruption while
relay feeding energy into the grid.
**)
The inverter resumes with its
startup routine.
PV output too low for feeding energy
306 Short-term interruption while
into the grid wait for sufficient level of
feeding energy into the grid
DC low insolation;
The inverter resumes its start-
307 DC input voltage too low for feeding **)
up routine.
energy into the grid
IMPORTANT! Due to the low level of insolation early in the morning and in the evening, the status codes 306
(Power low) and 307 (DC low) are displayed routinely at these times of day. These status codes do not indicate
any kind of fault.
308 Intermediate circuit voltage too high
Short-term interruption while
309 DC input voltage MPPT 1 too high feeding energy into the grid
**)
311 Polarity of DC strings reversed The inverter resumes its start-
up routine.
313 DC input voltage MPPT2 too high
314 Current sensor calibration timeout
315 AC current sensor error
316 InterruptCheck fail Short-term interruption while
feeding energy into the grid.
325 Overtemperature in the connection *)
The inverter resumes with its
area startup routine.
326 Fan 1 error
327 Fan 2 error
*) If the status code is displayed all the time: notify a Fronius-trained service engineer
**) Fault is rectified automatically. If this status code keeps recurring, contact your system
engineer
Status codes – Some of the class 4 status codes necessitate intervention by a Fronius-trained service
Class 4 technician.

401 Unable to communicate with the power
stage set
406 AC module temperature sensor faulty The inverter will automati-
(L1) cally attempt to connect
again and, if possible, will *)
407 AC module temperature sensor faulty resume feeding energy into
(L2) the grid
408 DC component measured in the grid too
high
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412 Fixed voltage mode has been selected
instead of MPP voltage mode, and the
- **)
fixed voltage has been set to too low or
too high a value.
415 Safety cut-out via option card or RECER- The inverter is not feeding *)
BO has triggered any energy into the grid.
416 No communication possible between The inverter will automati-
power stage set and control system. cally attempt to connect
resume feeding energy into
the grid
417 Hardware ID problem
419 Unique ID conflict
420 No communication possible with the Fro- The inverter will automati-
nius Datamanager cally attempt to connect
Update inverter firm-
421 HID range error again and, if possible, will
ware; *)
425 Unable to communicate with the power
the grid
stage set
426 - Possible hardware fault
428
431 Software problem Perform AC reset
(switch automatic circuit
The inverter is not feeding
breaker off and on
any energy into the grid.
again); update inverter
firmware; *)
436 Functional incompatibility (one or more The inverter will automati-
PC boards in the inverter are not com- cally attempt to connect
patible with each other, e.g. after a PC Update inverter firm-
again and, if possible, will
board has been replaced) ware; *)
437 Power stage set problem the grid
438 Functional incompatibility (one or more The inverter will automati-
PC boards in the inverter are not com- cally attempt to connect
Update inverter firm-
patible with each other, e.g. after a PC again and, if possible, will
ware; *)
board has been replaced) resume feeding energy into
the grid
443 Intermediate circuit voltage too low or The inverter is not feeding
*)
asymmetric any energy into the grid.
445 - Compatibility error (e.g. due to re-
placement of a PC board) The inverter is not feeding Update inverter firm-
- Invalid power stage set configura- any energy into the grid. ware; *)
tion
447 Insulation fault
448 Neutral conductor not connected *)
450 Guard cannot be found
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451 Memory error detected
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452 Communication error between the pro-
cessors The inverter will automati-
453 Grid voltage and power stage set are in- cally attempt to connect
compatible again and, if possible, will *)
454 Grid frequency and power stage set are resume feeding energy into
incompatible the grid
456 Anti-islanding function is no longer being

implemented correctly
457 Grid voltage relay fault The inverter is not feeding Check AC cable *)
458 Error when recording measuring signal
459 Error when recording the measuring sig-
nal for the insulation test
460 Reference voltage source for the digital
signal processor (DSP) is working out of The inverter is not feeding
tolerance *)
461 DSP data memory error
462 Error during DC feed monitoring routine
463 Reversed AC polarity, AC connector in-
serted incorrectly
474 RCMU sensor faulty
475 Insulation fault (connection between so- The inverter is not feeding
**)
lar module and ground) any energy into the grid.
476 Driver supply voltage too low
479 Intermediate circuit voltage relay is The inverter will automati-
switched off cally attempt to connect
the grid
480, Functional incompatibility (one or more
481 PC boards in the inverter are not com- The inverter is not feeding Update inverter firm-
patible with each other, e.g. after a PC any energy into the grid. ware; *)
board has been replaced)
482 Setup interrupted after initial start-up Restart Setup after an
The inverter is not feeding AC reset (switch auto-
any energy into the grid. matic circuit breaker off
and on again)
483 Voltage UDC fixed on MPP2 string out of The inverter is not feeding Check MPP settings; *)
limits any energy into the grid.
485 CAN transmit buffer is full Perform AC reset
The inverter is not feeding (switch automatic circuit
any energy into the grid. breaker off and on
again; *)
489 Permanent overvoltage on intermediate
circuit capacitor (five 479 status codes in *)
a row)
*) If the status code is displayed all the time: notify a Fronius-trained service technician
**) If this status code keeps recurring, contact your system engineer
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Status codes – Class 5 status codes do not generally interfere with feeding energy into the grid, but can
Class 5 cause restrictions. These status codes are displayed until they are acknowledged by
pressing a key (however, the inverter continues to operate normally in the background).

502 Insulation error on the solar Warning message is **)
modules shown on the display
509 Acknowledge status code;
check whether all the conditions for
No energy fed into the grid in Warning message is the problem-free feeding of energy
the past 24 hours shown on the display into the grid have been met (e.g. are
the solar modules covered with
snow?); **)
515 Unable to communicate with Warning message on *)
filter the display
516 No communication possible Storage unit warning *)
with the storage unit message
When power derating If necessary, purge cooling air open-
Power derating caused by too occurs, a warning mes- ings and heat sink;
517
high a temperature sage is shown on the fault is rectified automatically; **)
display.
518 Internal DSP malfunction Warning message on *)
the display
519 No communication possible Storage unit warning *)
with the storage unit message
520 Acknowledge status code;
check whether all the conditions for
No energy fed into the grid by Warning message is the problem-free feeding of energy
MPPT1 in the past 24 hours shown on the display into the grid have been met (e.g. are
the solar modules covered with
snow?); *)
522 DC low String 1 Warning message on *)
523 DC low String 2 the display
558, Functional incompatibility (one
559 or more PC boards in the in-
Warning message on
verter are not compatible with Update inverter firmware; *)
the display
each other, e.g. after a PC
As soon as the grid frequency is back
Displayed when grid fre-
within the permissible range and the
Power derating caused by quency becomes exces-
560 inverter has returned to normal oper-
overfrequency sively high. The power is
ation, the fault is rectified automati-
reduced.
cally; **)
564 Functional incompatibility (one
or more PC boards in the in-
Warning message on
verter are not compatible with Update inverter firmware; *)
the display
each other, e.g. after a PC
566 The status code is dis-
Arc detector switched off No error
played every day until
(e.g. during external arc moni- Confirm status code by pressing 'En-
the arc detector is reac-
toring) ter'
tivated.
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The status code is dis-
EN
played in the case of an
incorrect input signal on
the multifunction current
Acknowledge status code;
Incorrect input signal on the interface and with the
568 check the devices connected to the
multifunction current interface following setting:
multifunction current interface; **)
Basic menu / Input sig-
nal / Mode of operation =
Ext. Signal, triggering
method = Warning
572 Power limited by the power Power is being limited
*)
stage set by the power stage set
573 Undertemperature warning Warning message on
*)
the display
581 "Special Purpose Utility-Inter- The inverter is no longer
active" (SPUI) setup activated compliant with the
IEEE1547 and
IEEE1574.1 standards
because the standalone
No error
function has been deac-
Confirm status code by pressing 'En-
tivated, a frequency-de-
ter'
pendent power
reduction has been acti-
vated and the frequency
and voltage limits are
being changed
*) If the status code is displayed all the time: Notify a Fronius-trained service technician.
**) If this status code keeps recurring, contact your system engineer.
Class 6 status Some of the class 6 status codes necessitate intervention by a Fronius-trained service en-
codes gineer.

601 CAN bus is full The inverter is not feeding Update inverter firm-
any energy into the grid. ware; *)
603 AC module temperature sensor faulty The inverter will automati-
(L3) cally attempt to connect
DC module temperature sensor faulty again and, if possible, will *)
604 resume feeding energy into
the grid
607 RCMU error Reset status code by
pressing 'Enter'. The in-
verter resumes the feed-
ing of energy into the
grid; if the status code
keeps appearing, check
the complete photovol-
taic system for damage;
**)
608 Functional incompatibility (one or more
PC boards in the inverter are not com- The inverter is not feeding Update inverter firm-
patible with each other, e.g. after a PC any energy into the grid. ware; *)
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*) If the status code is displayed all the time: notify a Fronius-trained service engineer
**) Fault is rectified automatically. If this status code keeps recurring, contact your system
engineer
Status codes – Class 7 status codes relate to the control system, the configuration and inverter data re-
Class 7 cording, and may directly or indirectly affect the process of feeding energy into the grid.

701 - Provides information about the Warning message on the
*)
704 internal processor status display
Conflict when setting the in-
Correct inverter number in Setup
705 verter number (e.g. number al- -
menu
ready assigned)
*)
EEPROM has been re-initial- Warning message on the
721 Acknowledge status code; *)
ised display
*)
Initialisation error - USB flash
731 Check or replace USB flash drive
drive is not supported Warning message on the
Check file system on USB flash
Initialisation error - Overcurrent display
732 drive; *)
on USB flash drive
Warning message on the Connect or check USB flash
733 No USB flash drive connected
display drive; *)
Check update file (e.g. for correct
Update file not recognised or Warning message on the
734 file name)
not present display
*)
Check update file
Warning message on the and if necessary download an up-
Update file does not match the
735 display, update process is date file to match the device (e.g.
device, update file too old
interrupted at
http://www.fronius.com); *)
Check USB flash drive and the
data contained on it or replace
Warning message on the USB flash drive
736 Write or read error occurred
display Never unplug a USB flash drive if
the 'data transfer' LED is still
flashing or lit; *)
File could not be opened Remove and then reinsert USB
Warning message on the
737 flash drive; check or replace USB
display
flash drive
Create some storage space, re-
Log file cannot be saved (e.g.
Warning message on the move write protection, if neces-
738 USB flash drive is write-pro-
display sary check or replace USB flash
tected or full)
drive; *)
740 Initialisation error - error in file Check USB flash drive; reformat
system on USB flash drive on PC for FAT12, FAT16 or
display
FAT32
741 Error during recording of log- Remove and then reinsert USB
ging data flash drive; check or replace USB
display
flash drive
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Error occurred during update Warning message on the Repeat update process, check
743
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process display USB flash drive; *)
Warning message on the Download update file again;
745 Update file corrupt display, update process is check or replace USB flash drive;
interrupted *)
Error occurred during update Wait for two minutes, then start
746 display, update process is
process the update again; *)
interrupted
751 Time lost
Warning message on the Reset time and date on the invert-
Real Time Clock module com- display er; *)
752
munication error
Time may be inaccurate or
Internal error: Real Time Clock Reset time and date on the invert-
753 lost (feeding energy into the
module is in emergency mode er
grid normal)
*)
757 Hardware error in the Real Error message on the dis- *)
Time Clock module play; the inverter is not feed-
ing any energy into the grid
758 Internal error: Real Time Clock Time may be inaccurate or Reset time and date on the invert-
module is in emergency mode lost (feeding energy into the er
grid normal)
760 Internal hardware error Error message on the dis- *)
play
Emergency power limitation *)
Error message on the dis-
766 has been activated (max. 750
play
W)
Provides information about the
767
internal processor status
Different power limitation in the
768 Warning message on the
hardware modules *)
display
772 Storage unit not available
Software update group 0 (inva-
773
lid country setup)
PMC power stage set not avail-
775 Warning message on the Press 'Enter' key to acknowledge
able
display error; *)
776 Invalid device type
*)
*) If the status code is displayed all the time: Notify a Fronius-trained service technician
Class 10 - 12 sta-
1000 - 1299- Provide information on the status of the internal processor program
tus codes
Description Is of no concern when the inverter is working properly and only
appears in the "Status PS" setup parameter. In the event of an
actual error, this status code assists Fronius Technical Support
during the error analysis.
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Customer service IMPORTANT! Contact your Fronius dealer or a Fronius-trained service technician if
- an error appears frequently or all the time
- an error appears that is not listed in the tables
Operation in When operating the inverter in extremely dusty environments:

dusty environ- when necessary, clean the cooling elements and fan on the back of the inverter as well as
ments the air intakes at the mounting bracket using clean compressed air.
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Technical data
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Fronius Symo 3.0-3-S 3.7-3-S 4.5-3-S
Input data
MPP voltage range 200 - 800 V DC 250 - 800 V DC 300 - 800 V DC
Max. input voltage 1000 V DC
(at 1,000 W/m² / -10 °C in an open circuit)
Min. input voltage 150 V DC
Max. input current 16.0 A
Max. short circuit current of the solar mod- 24.0 A
ules (ISC PV)
Max. feedback current4) 32 A (RMS)5)
Output data
Nominal output power (Pnom) 3000 W 3700 W 4500 W
Max. output power 3000 W 3700 W 4500 W
Nominal grid voltage 3~ NPE 400 / 230 V or 3~ NPE 380 / 220 V
Min. grid voltage 150 V / 260 V
Max. grid voltage 280 V / 485 V
Nominal output current at 220 / 230 V 4.5 / 4.3 A 5.6 / 5.4 A 6.8 / 6.5 A
Max. output current 9A
Nominal frequency 50 / 60 Hz 1)
Total harmonic distortion < 3%
cos phi power factor 0.7 - 1 ind./cap.2)
Power-up current pulse6) and duration 38 A / 2 ms
Max. output fault current per period 21.4 A / 1 ms
General data
Maximum efficiency 98%
European efficiency 96.2% 96.7% 97%
Overnight self-consumption < 0.7 W & < 3 VA
Cooling Controlled forced-air ventilation
Degree of protection IP 65
Dimensions h x w x d 645 x 431 x 204 mm
Weight 16 kg
Permissible ambient temperature - 25 °C - +60 °C
Permitted humidity 0 - 100%
EMC device class B
Overvoltage category DC / AC 2/3
Pollution level 2
Noise emission 58.3 dB(A) ref. 1pW
Protection devices
DC insulation measurement Integrated
Response to DC overload Operating point shift, power limitation
DC disconnector Integrated
RCMU Integrated
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Fronius Symo 3.0-3-M 3.7-3-M 4.5-3-M
Input data
Max. input current 2 x 16.0 A
Max. short circuit current of the solar mod- 2 x 24.0 A
ules (ISC PV)
Output data
Nominal grid voltage 3~ NPE 400 / 230 V or 3~ NPE 380 / 220
Max. output current 13.5 A
Max. output fault current per period 24 A / 6.6 ms
General data
European efficiency 96.5% 96.9% 97.2%
Weight 19.9 kg
EMC device class B
Pollution level 2
Protection devices
RCMU Integrated
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Fronius Symo 5.0-3-M 6.0-3-M 7.0-3-M
Input data
EN
Max. input current 2 x 16.0 A
Max. short circuit current of the solar mod- 2 x 24.0 A
ules (ISC PV)
Output data
General data
European efficiency 97.3% 97.5% 97.6%
Weight 19.9 kg 19.9 kg 21.9 kg
EMC device class B
Pollution level 2
Protection devices
RCMU Integrated
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Fronius Symo 8.2-3-M
Input data
MPP voltage range (PV1 / PV2) 267 - 800 V DC
Max. input current (I PV1 / I PV2) 2 x 16.0 A
Max. short circuit current of the solar modules (ISC PV) 2 x 24.0 A
4)
Max. feedback current 48 A (RMS)5)
Output data
Nominal output power (Pnom) 8200 W
Max. output power 8200 W
Nominal output current at 220 / 230 V 12.4 / 11.9 A
General data
European efficiency 97.7%
Weight 21.9 kg
EMC device class B
Pollution level 2
Protection devices
RCMU Integrated
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Fronius Symo 10.0-3-M 10.0-3-M-OS 12.5-3-M
Input data
EN
Max. input voltage
(at 1000 W/m²/ -10 °C in an open cir- 1000 V DC 900 V DC 1000 V DC
cuit)
Max. input current (MPP1 / MPP2) 27.0 / 16.5 A (14 A for voltages < 420 V)
(MPP1 + MPP2) 43.5 A
Max. short circuit current of the solar
40.5 / 24.8 A
modules (ISC PV) (MPP1 / MPP2)
Max. feedback current4) 40.5 / 24.8 A (RMS)5)
Output data
Nominal output power (Pnom) 10000 W 10000 W 12,500 W
Max. output power 10000 W 10000 W 12,500 W
Max. output current 20 A
Total harmonic distortion < 1.75% < 1.75% < 2%
2)
Power factor (cos phi) 0 - 1 ind./cap.
General data
Maximum efficiency 97.8%
European efficiency UDCmin / UDCnom
95.4 / 97.3 / 96.6% 95.4 / 97.3 / 96.6% 95.7 / 97.5 / 96.9%
/ UDCmax
Overnight self-consumption 0.7 W & 117 VA
Weight 34.8 kg
Permissible ambient temperature -25 °C - +60 °C
Permissible humidity 0 - 100%
EMC device class B
Degree of contamination 2
Noise emission 65 dB(A) (ref. 1pW)
Protection devices
RCMU Integrated
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Fronius Symo 15.0-3-M 17.5-3-M 20.0-3-M
Input data
Max. input current (MPP1 / MPP2) 33.0 / 27.0 A
(MPP1 + MPP2) 51.0 A
Max. short circuit current of the solar mod- 49.5 / 40.5 A
ules (ISC PV) (MPP1 / MPP2)
Max. feedback current4) 49.5 / 40.5 A
Output data
Nominal output power (Pnom) 15,000 W 17,500 W 20,000 W
Max. output power 15,000 W 17,500 W 20,000 W
Nominal output current at 220 / 230 V 22.7 / 21.7 A 26.5 / 25.4 A 30.3 / 29 A
Total harmonic distortion < 1.5% < 1.5% < 1.25%
2)
cos phi power factor 0 - 1 ind./cap.
General data
European efficiency UDCmin / UDCnom / 96.2 / 97.6 / 97.1% 96.4 / 97.7 / 97.2% 96.5 / 97.8 / 97.3%
UDCmax
Weight 43.4 kg / 43.2 kg
EMC device class B
Pollution level 2
Noise emission 65 dB(A) (ref. 1pW)
Protection devices
RCMU Integrated
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Fronius Eco 25.0-3-S 27.0-3-S
Input data
EN
MPP voltage range 580 - 850 V DC 580 - 850 V DC
Max. input current 44.2 A 47.7 A
Max. short circuit current of the solar modules 71.6 A
(ISC PV)
Initial input voltage 650 V DC
Output data
Nominal output power (Pnom) 25,000 W 27,000 W
Max. output power 25,000 W 27,000 W
Nominal output current at 220 / 230 V 37.9 / 36.2 A 40.9 / 39.1 A
cos phi power factor 0 - 1 ind./cap.2)
General data
European efficiency UDCmin / UDCnom / UDCmax 97.99 / 97.47 / 97.07% 97.98 / 97.59 / 97.19%
Weight (light version) 35.69 kg (35.44 kg)
EMC device class B
Pollution level 2
Noise emission 72.5 dB(A) (ref. 1 pW)
6)
Power-up current pulse and duration 65.7 A / 448 µs
Protection devices
Max. overcurrent protection 80 A
DC overvoltage protection Integrated
RCMU Integrated
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Fronius Symo
Input data Dummy 3 - 10 kW Dummy 10 - 20 kW
dummy
Nominal grid voltage 1 ~ NPE 230 V
Grid voltage tolerance +10 / -5 % 1)
Nominal frequency 50 - 60 Hz 1)
General data
Degree of protection IP 65 IP 66
Dimensions h x w x d 645 x 431 x 204 mm 725 x 510 x 225 mm
Weight 11 kg 22 kg
Explanation of 1) The values stated are defaults; the inverter is configured specifically to suit the re-
footnotes quirements of the relevant country.
2) Depending on the country setup or device-specific settings
(ind. = inductive; cap. = capacitive)
3) PCC = interface to the public grid
4) Maximum current from the inverter to the solar module when an error occurs in the
inverter
5) Guaranteed by the electrical configuration of the inverter
6) Current peak when switching on the inverter
Applicable stand- CE mark

ards and guide- The devices comply with all the requisite and relevant standards and guidelines that form
lines part of the relevant EU Directive, and are therefore permitted to display the CE mark.
Circuit to prevent stand alone operation

The inverter has an approved circuit to prevent stand alone operation.
Grid failure
The standard measurement and safety procedures integrated into the inverter ensure that
in the event of a grid failure, the feed-in of energy is immediately interrupted (e.g. switch-
off by the energy supplier or damage to lines).
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Warranty terms and conditions, and disposal
EN
Fronius manufac- Detailed, country-specific warranty terms are available on the internet:
turer's warranty www.fronius.com/solar/warranty
To obtain the full warranty period for your newly installed Fronius inverter or storage sys-
tem, please register at: www.solarweb.com.
Disposal If your inverter is to be replaced, Fronius will take back the old device and arrange for it to
be recycled in an appropriate manner.
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